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Afrimat clears Competition Commission hurdle in acquisition bid
The Competition Commission of South Africa approved Afrimat’s proposed acquisition of Ochre and Shimmer. In a statement the Competition Commission…
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IZA Africa celebrates five years of promoting zinc knowledge
The International Zinc Association (IZA) is marking five years of sustained growth, outreach, and technical leadership in promoting the critical…
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Anglo and Teck shareholders “overwhelmingly” in favour of merger
Shareholders of Teck Resources overwhelming voted in favour of the planned merger between Teck and Anglo American. 99.7% of the…
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Mining road and rail safety code of practice: From compliance to implementation
By Louise Woodburn, General Manager: Risk Solution at KBC Health and Safety South Africa’s mining industry has shifted from preparation…
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Mass lay-offs on hold as Eskom signs MoU with ferrochrome producers
Eskom finalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samancor Chrome and the Glencore–Merafe Chrome Venture, following recent constructive engagements. The…
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Africa needs grids to move power from renewable energy projects to end users
Africa stands at a defining moment in its energy transition. With some of the world’s richest solar, wind and hydro…
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‘Anglo–Teck merger gives all the benefits to Canada and accelerates Anglo’s exit from SA’
Economist and public policy analyst Duma Gqubule released a landmark report warning that the proposed USD $60 billion merger between…
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Gemfields makes $25.4 million at year-end emerald auction
Gemfields generated USD 25.4 million in total revenue from the auction of commercial-quality rough emerald in the period 17 November…
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Martin Holland joins Askari Metals Board
Askari Metals appointed Martin Holland as a Non-Executive Director to the Board as it advances its transformational growth strategy and…
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Wesley Tucker to step down as CEO of De Beers’ Tracr
Wesley Tucker will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer of Tracr and leave the business at the…
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